Oh, the things I'm dreaming about...

The other night I was laying in bed thinking about all the things I CAN'T WAIT to do. Some may sound simple and really silly but here goes:

-Laying flat on my back. Yup, you can't lay flat on your back (for a few reasons) while you are pregnant.  

-NOT peeing every 1-2 hours. Now, this didn't become a huge issue until of late but I really miss being able to go in public without having to think about where the closest bathroom is. 

-Walking at 'Mande speed'. I remember early in the pregnancy I would kill myself trying to walk at my old pace. I'd go to run the simplest errand and be out of breathe because I just couldn't control the pace of my own legs!

-Being able to shave without feeling like a contortionist. 

-Not getting noticed in public.

-Wiping the dogs paws without feeling like I'm going to vomit from squishing my belly.

-Putting shoes on and tying them! It is getting SO hard to tie my shoes. 

-Wearing regular clothes again and possibly a bikini!

-Getting up from the ground/couch/bed without having to roll my way up. 

-Wearing my wedding ring.

-Drinking alcohol. In any form.

And last but certainly most important...cuddling my new little love all day and all night!!! 

I've been patient long enough....

For some this journey takes 10 months... for us it has taken years. To say we are "ready" is an understatement. These last few weeks are by far the hardest, as I figured they would be, but it is really hard to wait especially when you have no clue when the time will be here. I (we) have been patient long enough. 

I was SO sad (like serious debbie-downer funk) when the doctor check-up on Tuesday resulted in NO dilation and the same 80% effacement as last week. I really thought my body was starting to work toward the end goal. But, it's not. We've been getting the typical "enjoy your last few days/weeks alone", "enjoy the quiet", etc. and although I know everyone means well, here's the truth. We have enjoyed each other and been alone for 8 years. We ARE ready. In the end, all that matters is that Pinto gets here safe and healthy and we all come home as a family so for now that is what I will focus on. Even if it takes 2 more weeks. :)

Enough venting...Although I could probably go to work next week, the doc agrees I need to stay closer to home. Plus, they get a little concerned about sitting in car for that long. There are a bunch of blood vessels and nerves that are compressed when driving which is not a good thing. So, I'm done working in Indy until after my maternity leave which I'm bummed about. I LOVE my co-workers and going to work. So although some would be enjoying having this extra time off, I'm sad I won't see my co-workers for quite some time. My plan is to get together with my other stay at home mommy friends and maybe take some "kid pics" while I'm at it. Hopefully I can stay busy enough to not drive myself  (or Darian) crazy!

Here is a pic of my belly at 38 weeks 2 days. Ridiculous.

I just finished making the final touch to the nursery today. The sign above the crib says, "some things are worth the wait". Love it!

Ready to fill those empty frames!

Come on Pinto! We are READY for you!

35week and 3 day check-up

I went in on Monday for my Strepp B test and decided that I wanted to get checked too. Well, that wasn't very comfortable. :/ I got to test my labor breathing! I am 80% effaced and not dilated. I go in again on Monday for another check-up so we'll see if I've progressed at all.

Here is the pic from last weekend, 35 weeks. I went ahead and measured my belly - it's 40.5 inches! Holy cow!

It is getting REALLY hard to sleep at night. I'm waking up about 3-4 times to use the bathroom and the weight of my belly feels like it is suffocating me sometimes. Yikes.

Last weekend we had our all day birthing class at the hospital. The hospital is really nice and the staff seems amazing. I've decided I will try and go "natural" as long as I can. It makes so much more sense for your body and really makes recovery much better. If I can make it to a 7 without an epidural I'll be happy. If I think I can do it all, I will. I seriously NEVER thought I would ever say that. The health benefits are just so extensive that it is worth trying. Darian got to have a little taste of what this weight feels like....here he is with his prego belly (only 28lbs.) and big boobs! Sorry it's blurry. I was laughing so hard. He did NOT want me to take this pic!

We are looking forward to a weekend of getting the office set up and finally finishing the nursery!! YaY!

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34 weeks!

I just looked back at the pic from 28 weeks, ha! My belly was so little! I officially have a basketball. I think I look terrible with a chubby face, big booty and thighs that now touch but at least people out in public are very nice to me. I get a lot of "you look great" and those loving looks from strangers which is nice. To think I still have (possibly) 6 weeks left is crazy!

(Horizontal stripes on the booty, not a good move)

We did our first class yesterday, Baby Basics. It was great. They went over what to expect at the hospital, what "normal" poo looks like, how to do sponge baths at home, what to look for to call the doctor etc. We still need to hire a pediatrician which for some reason doesn't seem like much fun. There are 2 big practices here and I've gotten a referral for one. Generally I would just take my friends advise and go with it. Is this one of those times I should "interview" the doctor? Apparently that is normal but just seems weird.

The nursery is as complete as it can be without the dresser. D's parents are delivering it to us on June 18th weekend. I can't wait! I want to put all the clothes, extra diapers, blankets etc. away so bad. The hamper is full of stuff ready to wash but it just seems silly to do it now without having anywhere to put it. I'm sure I'll be washing it next weekend so it can go into the drawers as soon as they put it in the room.

Here is a pic of the one complete corner of the nursery:

We are IN LOVE with the glider:

6 weeks to go!

Bloomington Baby Shower!

Last weekend we celebrated another wonderful baby shower here in Bloomington. It was so great to be with (almost) all the most important people in my life. There were a few very important people that couldn't make it but everyone was definitely there in spirit!

Here are a few pics from the big day.

Such a wonderful weekend!!! Thanks Kelly and Heather for planning it and Lisa for providing your beautiful home.

28 Weeks!

Today is the official 7 month mark! I started the day at 5:15 with Cali crying to go potty and Pinto getting its first bought of hiccups. It was so awesome.

Last weekend we headed to Cleveland for our baby shower. It was AMAZING! I am so overwhelmed with how generous people who really don't even know me can be. Babcha (what Pinto will call Darian's mom) did such an amazing job with the venue, food, decorations and favors. She also made this unbelievable diaper cake that is just beautiful. Here are a few pics:

 The pretty favors!

 The yummy cake with a sweet little reminder that some very special people are watching over us!

The Hostesses!

The happy parents-to-be!

 We had such a blast at the shower and it was fun to spend some quality time with the fam. The quote of the weekend goes to Baba (Darian's grandma) the first time she saw me. "You are getting so big" then as I walked past her "in the back too." Gotta love her! I thanked her for her honesty and saying what everyone else was kind enough NOT to mention.

26 weeks!

14 weeks to go. Time really does fly!

Here is my 25 week picture. I'll take a 26 weeker today and post but boy am I getting big. I made the mistake of weighing myself this week...granted it was after dinner (and ice cream) but holy moly! I'll wait to share the official count until the doctors office this week.













My rib has still been killing me and yesterday it felt like it popped. Gut wrenching, sudden, sharp pain when I was trying to sit up. Darian was sitting next to me when it happened and I totally freaked him out with my shriek. I felt terrible because I think he thought it was the baby but it felt like by bone had just popped out of place!

We were out last night and I was talking to a lady who said she had a slipped rib when she was pregnant and described it exactly! Unfortunately, you just have to deal with it but at least I know I'm not crazy (and it probably isn't anything more serious). She said hers just slid back in at some point so hopefully that is what will happen. Yuck.

We are headed out to the farmer's market today and doing a little yard work. It will be a quiet Easter since we are off to Cleveland on Thursday. Can't wait!

=)